Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Avoiding Road Rage Incidents
If you’ve ever lost your cool while behind the wheel, you’re not alone. A 2020 survey indicates that nearly 20 percent of Americans have felt “intense aggression” at some point while driving. Feeling frustration is one thing, but acting on it in dangerous ways is another. If you or a loved one are the… Read More »
Excessive Police Use of Force?
Serve and protect: that is the mantra we hear from policing organizations across America. Nevertheless, use of force policies and actions by law enforcement officers have again been hurtled to the forefront of public discussion, bubbling out of repeated police incidents that have led to the harm or death of citizens across the country. … Read More »
ATV Dangers for Kids
The Fourth of July was no cause for celebration for some ATV riders this year. The holiday, known as the most deadly day of the year for ATV accidents, marked yet another serious accident involving an all terrain vehicle in Florida. Tragedy Strikes It happened before anyone realized just what was underway. A 7-year… Read More »
Wrongful Death Suits
Suicide threats are serious business, as Marion County officials are learning after an incident involving sheriff’s deputies and County paramedics. Trying to second-guess a woman’s intent by looking at the evidence and listening to her husband wound up putting them smack dab in the middle of a wrongful death lawsuit. Details of the Case … Read More »
Defending Against Car Theft Charges
If you’ve been charged with auto theft in the state of Florida, you are facing some pretty stiff penalties. An attorney who is experienced in these kinds of cases can ensure that you get the best defense possible. Without a vigorous defense, you will be at the mercy of a prosecutor who has no… Read More »
Florida Drownings
Florida has the dubious distinction of leading the nation in drowning deaths. Tragically, many of these incidents involve young children who are lacking appropriate supervision. If your child experiences a serious, or even a fatal drowning as a result of someone else’s negligence, it would be in your best interests to seek the counsel… Read More »
Law Enforcement Officers Need Protections, Too
If you are an officer of the law, you encounter countless situations requiring quick thinking and sometimes, dramatic actions. After serious events, there will be myriad back seat drivers evaluating your thoughts and actions, some more than willing to put you behind bars for the way you handle your job. If you’ve been railroaded… Read More »
Motorcycle Accidents
As a young Florida father made his way home from work on his motorcycle, he could never have imagined that he’d be killed in a hit and run accident that would take his life. According to witnesses, the driver of another vehicle cut the motorcyclist off and collided into him, only to speed off… Read More »
Looking for a Cybercrime Defense?
With extra time on their hands these days, some individuals enjoy pushing boundaries on their computers. Unfortunately, this can sometimes lead to trouble with the law. If you’ve been charged with a cybercrime, you’ve essentially been charged with a unique form of theft, and you need experienced, aggressive legal representation, and you need it… Read More »
Nursing Homes Impacted by COVID-19
As the nation braces for the tumultuous impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, nursing homes across the country have already felt the blows of disaster Elderly residents, many of whom have poor health to begin with, have been helpless against this deadly invasion. Worries—and Restrictions– Abound Concerns about loved ones became urgent following the news… Read More »
